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OPP Police Press Releases Tudor & Cashel

Zoe LANGLOIS Was Arrested

(TUDOR-CASHEL TWP., ON) – A routine safety check for a boat on Mephisto Lake, in Tudor-Cashel Township, has resulted in impaired charges.

On Saturday, July 5, 2025, just before 5:00 p.m., officers with the Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting marine patrol when they stopped a small vessel with two people on board. The person at the helm did not have a Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card. The investigation continued, and an approved alcohol screening device was utilized. As a result, the individual was transported back to shore and taken to the detachment for further testing.

Zoe LANGLOIS, age 23 of Ottawa, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operating a boat with open liquor
  • Operate a pleasure craft without prescribed competency

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bancroft on August 5, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

An approved screening device was also utilized for the individual who attended the Bancroft Detachment to pick-up the accused. That person was issued an immediate three-day licence suspension for registering in the warning range for alcohol consumption.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Another Fatal Motorcycle Collision #LookBothWays

(ESPANOLA, ON) – The Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has reopened Highway 6 between Fox Lake Road and Lang Lake Road near Espanola, following a fatal collision that occurred earlier today.

On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at approximately 1:30 p.m., the Manitoulin OPP and Manitoulin-Sudbury Paramedic Services responded to a three-vehicle collision involving two passenger vehicles and a motorcycle. As a result of the collision, the motorcyclist was transported to hospital by Manitoulin-Sudbury Paramedic Services where they were pronounced deceased.

The investigation remains ongoing with assistance from the OPP North East Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME), Technical Collision Investigators (TCI) and Reconstructionist.

The Office of the Chief Coroner of Ontario – Ontario Forensic Pathology Service (OCCO-OFPS) is assisting, and a post-mortem examination with take place at a later date.

Anyone with information or dashcam footage relating to this collision is asked to contact the Manitoulin OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Guelph OPP Police Press Releases

WANTED For Kidnapping & Death – Call 911 Immediately If Seen

(GUELPH, ON) – Police are seeking a wanted individual in connection with the kidnapping and death of a male in the City of Guelph, where three others have already been arrested.

On Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., members of the Wellington County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a collision involving two vehicles on the Hanlon Parkway Southbound, north of Stone Road. A 40-year-old male from Cambridge with life-threatening injuries was located on scene upon police arrival. The individual was transported to hospital by ambulance, where he was later pronounced deceased.

Upon further investigation, police learned that earlier in the day, the victim had been abducted from a residence on Fife Road by five suspects who fled in two vehicles. Investigators believe, while traveling southbound on the Hanlon Parkway, the victim was outside the first vehicle, a Toyota Venza SUV, when he was struck by the second vehicle, a Dodge RAM pickup truck, that was following closely behind. 

The OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) has obtained an arrest warrant for Ian BROWN, age 51 of Guelph (photos attached). He was last seen in the downtown Guelph area. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts should contact authorities immediately. Do not approach if spotted.

As a result of the investigation, three individuals were arrested and charged with Criminal Code offences. Their names, dates of arrest, locations, charges and next scheduled court dates are available in the attached addendum. As one of the individuals is a youth, the OPP is not in a position to release their name, in compliance with requirements under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

While this remains an isolated incident, the OPP reminds all members of the public to remain vigilant and contact police if they observe anything suspicious.

The investigation by the Wellington County OPP Crime Unit remains ongoing, under the direction of the OPP CIB, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. Support was also provided by the Guelph Police Service.

Anyone with information about the suspects or the vehicles is asked to contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases

35 Year Old From Brockton Charged

(BROCKTON, ON) – On July 5, 2025, at approximately 5:08 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol along Sideroad 10 South in the Municipality of Brockton.

A vehicle was stopped after it was observed conducting what is commonly referred to as a ‘burnout’, and fishtailing along the roadway. The officer approached the vehicle and found that three young children were in the front passenger seat, none of which secured by car seats or seatbelts.

A 35-year-old resident of Brockton, was charged with:

  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt, HTA 172(1)
  • Drive while child passenger not properly secured, HTA 106(4)(b) – three counts

The vehicle was impounded for 14 days, and the drivers licence was suspended for 30 days.

The accused is set to appear on August 5, 2025, at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice to answer to the charges.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

Huron East Resident Arrested

(HURON EAST, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Huron East resident with Impaired driving offences following a traffic stop in a “Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere” (R.I.D.E.) check on June 21, 2025, in the Municipality of Huron East. 

Just after 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, 2025, Huron County OPP officers observed a vehicle attempt to avoid a RIDE check at the intersection of Morrison Line and Rogerville Road in Huron East. Officers pulled the vehicle over a short distance away on Hensall Road.

The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over the legal limit.

Jason VANBELLE, 49 years of age from Huron East has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs,

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80,

–      Operation while Prohibited.

The accused was additionally charged with offences found in the Highway Traffic Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for 45 days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on July 14, 2025. 

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Noah MARTIN Facing Numerous Charges

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – A young motorist is facing multiple driving-related charges after being stopped by police on Highway 3.

At approximately 2:34 a.m. on Monday, July 7, 2025, a member of the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Highway 3 in Delhi and initiated an investigation after observing a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed.

Following an interaction with the driver, the individual was taken into custody without incident.

As a result, 18-year-old Noah MARTIN of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand,
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed,
  • Speeding 50+ km/h over posted speed limit,
  • Novice driver refuse to provide breath sample,
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Break & Enter – 2 Arrested

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals have been charged following a break-and-enter investigation in Port Dover.

At approximately 7:31 p.m. on Friday, July 4, 2025, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a break-and-enter at a residence Chapman Street East in Port Dover.

The investigation revealed that two individuals had unlawfully entered the home and then left the area in a vehicle.

One suspect was later located by officers on Patterson Street in Simcoe, and the second was located the following day on Regent Avenue in Port Dover. Both were taken into custody without incident.  

As a result, 26-year-old Chantel MARGETAN and 24-year-old Lily KOPCZYK, both residents of Norfolk County, have been charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Break, enter dwelling house – commit indictable offence.

The accused individuals are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

18 Year Old Arrested – Flight From Police, Etc.

(CENTRE WELLINGTON TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges two individuals with five charges, stemming from an attempted traffic stop.

On July 7, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were performing a traffic enforcement initiative and observed a motor vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed, to which a traffic stop was attempted to be initiated on Wellington Road 26 within Centre Wellington Township. Once the traffic stop was signaled, the motor vehicle failed to stop and instead fled the area, prompting an investigation.

As a result of the investigation, Paddy OSHEA,18-years-old, resident of Ireland, was charged under the Criminal Code and the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Flight from peace officer
  • Dangerous operation
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence

Additionally, Layla CASH, 23-years-old, resident of the United Kingdom, was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Obstruct Peace officer

The motor vehicle involved was impounded, and both accused were held in custody, pending a bail hearing.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately.

Should you wish to be anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington at www.csgw.tips or toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS or 8477. If your information leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Central Huron OPP Police Press Releases

Central Huron Break & Enter, Meth A Factor – Michael VOCK Arrested

(CENTRAL HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual from Zorra Township following a break and enter to a Central Huron rural property on June 18th, 2025.

At approximately 7:00 p.m. on June 18, 2025, an individual was discovered unlawfully in a barn by a property owner on Bayfield Road in the Municipality of Central Huron. The suspect had arrived on a motorcycle and attempted to flee through a farm field when their motorcycle became stuck in the mud. Officers arrived on scene and arrested the individual who was identified and charged with multiple Criminal and Provincial offences.

The accused has been charged as follows:

Michael VOCK, 47 years of age from Zorra Township has been charged with:

–      Break and Enter,

–      Possession of Break in Instruments,

–      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000,

–      Flight from Peace Officer,

–      Mischief to Property Under $5,000,

–      Altering/Destroying/Removing a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),

–      Operation while Prohibited – (13 counts),

–      Possession of a Controlled Substance – Methamphetamine.

The accused was additionally charged with eight Provincial Offences found in the Highway Traffic Act, Cannabis Control Act, and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act.

The accused was processed and held for a bail hearing, where they were remanded into custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich. 

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Bayham OPP Police Press Releases

Armed Robbery – Agatha HIEBERT Arrested

(BAYHAM, ON) – Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a person from Malahide Township with two criminal offences following a robbery in Bayham.

On July 7, 2025, at approximately 6:30 p.m., members of the Elgin OPP responded to a report of a theft in progress at a Heritage Line address in Bayham.

When the suspect was confronted by the victim, they brandished an edged weapon. Police located the accused at an address in the hamlet of Orwell and they were arrested without incident.

Agatha HIEBERT, 40-years-old, of Malahide Township, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Armed Robbery
  • Possession of a schedule 1 Substance – Cocaine

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Elgin on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

There is no threat to public safety.

If you have any information regarding this incident, please call Elgin OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Ingersoll OPP Police Press Releases

37 Year Old From London Arrested

 (INGERSOLL, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment charged an individual with impaired driving after a collision in the Town of Ingersoll.

On July 4, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a single vehicle collision on Samnah Crescent in the Town of Ingersoll.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher RUSSELL, a 37-year-old resident of London, has been charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus
  • Fail to Stop After Collision

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on August 19, 2025.

Calling 911 for suspected impaired drivers can save lives. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911.

Together we can help keep our roadways safe.

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Bluewater OPP Police Press Releases

Goderich Repeat Offender Arrested Again – Cory HODGES

(BLUEWATER, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Goderich resident with several criminal driving offences following a single-vehicle collision in the Municipality of Bluewater, on June 16th, 2025. 

Just after 11:00 p.m. on Monday, June 16, 2025, Huron County OPP officers responded to a report of a vehicle that had been travelling northbound on Bluewater Highway at a high rate of speed and left the roadway near Sugarbush Road, just south of Bayfield. The vehicle was heavily damaged, and the driver was located nearby with minor injuries. Police arrested the driver for impaired operation and dangerous driving and also discovered that they were prohibited from driving a motor vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, the accused has been charged as follows:

Cory HODGES, 38 years-of-age from Goderich has been charged with:

–      Dangerous Operation,

–      Impaired Operation – Alcohol and Drug,

–      Impaired Operation – Over 80,

–      Operation while Prohibited – (two counts),

–      Take Motor Vehicle without Consent,

–      Fail to Comply with Probation Order,

–      Drive While Under Suspension (three counts).

The accused was processed, held for a bail hearing, and later remanded into custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Tay

Christopher Short Was Arrest

(TAY TOWNSHIP, ON)- A Port McNicoll resident became the subject of a drinking and driving investigation after driving up and stopping behind two parked OPP cruisers on Triple Bay Road, Tay Township in the early hours of July 8, 2025.

Officers of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) spoke with the driver and quickly entered into an impaired driving investigation which was continued at the Detachment.

Upon completion of the investigation, 35 year old Christopher Short has been charged with the following criminal driving offences of –

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

And further with the following Provincial Offences

  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Driver fail to surrender licence
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on August 7, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

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London OPP Police Press Releases

Fares BA SAAD – Impaired Operation

(LONDON, ON) – Driver charged with impaired by drug as a result of OPP RIDE Program.

On July 5, 2025, at 3:10 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were engaged in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Highway 401 at Wellington Road in the City of London.  

A vehicle entered the RIDE program at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

As a result, Fares BA SAAD, a 27-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Cannabis Control Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – drugs

·      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on August 18, 2025, to speak to the charges.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Coleman

33 Hydro Poles Cut Down To Harvest $100,000 Copper Crop #3+GrandAPole

(COLEMAN TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged four individuals, in the theft of copper hydro wires. 

Between Thursday, May 1,2025, and Wednesday May 7,2025, individual(s) attended Silverfields Road in Coleman Township, cut down approximately 33 hydro poles and proceeded to steel the copper hydro wires from the poles. The theft occurred in a remote area along the road connecting the town of Cobalt and the Hound Chute Hydro Generating Station. The estimated value of the theft is approximately $100,000.00

As a result of a police investigation conducted by the Temiskaming OPP and the Temiskaming Crime Unit under the direction of the Regional Crime Unit, with the assistance of the Forensic Identification Services (FIS), the North East Emergency Response Team (ERT), and North East Regional Intelligence Analyst, four individuals have been arrested.

Jeffrey BELANGER, 39 years-of-age, of Hudson Township has been charged with

  • Theft over $5,000
  • Mischief over $5,000
  • Theft under $5,000
  • Mischief under $ 5,000
  • Trafficking in stolen goods over $5,000
  • Possession of stolen goods over $5,000 for the purpose of trafficking

Lance LAFERRIERE, 42 years-of-age, of Thornloe, has been charged with

  • Theft over $5,000
  • Mischief over $5,000
  • Theft under $5,000
  • Mischief under $ 5,000
  • Trafficking in stolen goods over $5,000
  • Possession of stolen goods over $5,000 for the purpose of trafficking

Patrick DENOMME, 34 years-of-age, of Temiskaming Shores, has been charged with

  • Theft over $5,000
  • Mischief over $5,000
  • Trafficking in stolen goods over $5,000
  • Possession of stolen goods over $5,000 for the purpose of trafficking

James KIRKEY, 51 years-of-age, of Casey Township, has been charged with

  • Theft over $5,000
  • Mischief over $5,000
  • Trafficking in stolen goods over $5,000
  • Possession of stolen goods over $5,000 for the purpose of trafficking

All four accused were released and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date in 2025, in Haileybury. 

Anyone with additional information regarding the investigation is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit information online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000. Reference # E250569535